Electrical Engineer III

AECOM•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Engineer III to design electrical systems for industrial water and wastewater applications and building services. The role includes developing low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, as well as lighting, fire alarm, communications, security, and grounding systems. The engineer prepares design documents and estimates, establishes equipment performance requirements, coordinates with vendors, and supports proposals and fee estimates. The position also manages electrical design matters during construction, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to requests for information, and generating punch lists. It provides quality assurance oversight and independent quality control reviews, and involves collaboration with project teams and other disciplines across U.S. offices. Local and national project-site travel may be required, up to 25%. Newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. Sponsorship and relocation are not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
At least 4 years of relevant experience.
Licensed as a Professional Engineer in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, or able to become licensed within one year.
Travel of up to 25% may be required based on project assignments, client needs, and business requirements.

Nice To Haves

5 or more years of electrical design experience, preferably relating to water treatment facilities, pump stations, or water infrastructure.
Proficiency with electrical design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, and SKM PowerTools.
Proven problem-solving ability and ability to grasp complex concepts readily.
Ability to apply passion and leadership in a collaborative, progressive, team-oriented work environment.

Responsibilities

Design low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems for industrial water/wastewater applications and building services, including switchgears, switchboards, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, generators, transformers, and distribution panels.
Design lighting, fire alarm, communications, security, and grounding systems.
Prepare design deliverables, including single-line diagrams, electrical plans, wiring schematics, schedules, calculations, specifications, and construction cost estimates in compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Establish electrical equipment performance parameters based on project requirements and coordinate preliminary selections with equipment vendors.
Develop technical proposals and engineering fee estimates.
Manage designs during construction, including shop drawing reviews, responses to information requests, and punch list generation.
Provide quality assurance oversight and independent quality control reviews of calculations, plans, specifications, and engineering reports developed by others.
Collaborate with design professionals, project managers, and other disciplines on project teams across U.S. offices.
Use computer software to solve engineering problems and support design development.
Travel locally and nationally to project sites as needed, up to 25%.